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This was entertaining enough that I had to post a link for it.

In case you wondered how Jobs really makes the keynotes go..

from The Joy of Tech site... enjoy!

I got this in an email today:

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Wonder what the Grouchy Grammarian would do to this guy...

You never know when it's gonna be your time... God says, "it's time," and you're gone... even if you're 35, a promising young coach, an Olympic medalist, father of two, devoted husband, trusted colleague... it doesn't matter.

Kids, give your dads a hug, and tell 'em you love 'em.

Swimmers, it doesn't matter if you love 'em or hate 'em, don't forget that your coaches are people too, and that they're subject to the same rules stated above.

Everybody, don't forget that life is precious. Enjoy what you have, and make sure to live life to the fullest every day you're here, 'cause tomorrow might be your time, too.

... in memory of Eric Namesnik, Club Wolverine (1970-2006)...

We usually leave our Christmas tree up until after January 6 (the 12th day of Christmas... the Feast of the Epiphany for you Catholics out there). Anyway, Carrie left the tree plugged in last night before she went to bed, so when I came up, it looked so cool that I wanted to show her... so I dragged her out of bed and we went downstairs and looked. It was way cool... see?

OK, so the flash makes the room look lit up... but the tree's pretty in the dark, I promise. Carrie even took a picture without the flash:


I don't like that picture as much, because you can't see the ornaments as well... but it does show off how pretty the lights are. Notice that our tree has its own "mini-me" right next to it as well.

I'd like to wish everyone a happy and healthy 2006. 2005 will be a tough act to follow, with a number of acomplishments in the family, not in any particular order:

• Chris got through another year at IMSA in one piece
• Meggie came into the world... and that's a story in itself
• Carrie decided to stay at home with Meggie
• Chris finished his high school coaching career in style with a wonderful season and a great group of girls
• Chris was elected Vice Chair of the newly-renamed Illinois Masters Swimming Association, and also took over technical direction duties with the organization (now he just needs to find more time to work on their website)